Cambridgeshire

Sunnica solar farm rejected by East Cambridgeshire council

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A council votes against plans for a large solar farm, but the government is getting the final say.

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Climate change: Avocados and exotic plants grow in hot UK summer

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Gardeners say that warmer weather is boosting the growth of figs, watermelon and other exotic plants.

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Highest temperature ‘dismays’ Cambridge University Botanic Garden

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The highest UK temperature in Cambridge in 2019 is a “serious reminder” of climate change, an expert warns.

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Wind turbine in Thorney damaged by fire

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The wind turbine is out of action after it burst into flames.

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Energy strategy: Investment in renewable energy is ‘exciting stuff’

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What does the government’s new energy strategy mean to the growing renewables industry in the East?

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Climate change: Heatwave temperature threshold raised in England by Met Office

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As the UK’s climate warms, the temperature threshold in eight counties is raised by the Met Office.

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MPs join march against Sunnica solar farm in Suffolk and Cambridgeshire

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Protesters believe the planned solar farm is too big and in the wrong location.

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West Suffolk Council says Sunnica’s solar farm plans are ‘monstrous’

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Energy firm Sunnica wants to build the project which would span 1,130 hectares (2,792 acres).

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Suffolk: Angry scenes at meeting about giant solar farm

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Many residents are concerned about the size and location of the site but the firm says it is vital.

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Giant Suffolk solar farm plan is substandard says council

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The firm behind the project says it will help with the government’s target of net zero by 2050.

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